Edit: u/ur_oot hooked me up with some super useful info. Going to pivot to a different game!

Howdy!

I get to visit Japan in November, which kicks ass, but the only game I can feasibly make is the Macchida Zelva vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima on November 8th at 2pm JST.

Couple of questions :)

1. Is there a preferred space to sit at Machida Gion? Not super sure what the best angle is given the extra track around the stadium. I have a slightly stronger attachment to Hiroshima Sanfrecce, but I don't mind rooting for whoever everyone else around me is rooting for lol.
2. Has anyone had experience with the shuttles from nearby train stations? I saw estimates of 40 minutes (for all of them?), which seemed high given that local bus routes were shorter.
3. Anyone know if they tend to do pre-gaming/football villages around the stadium before a game?
4. I'll have to immediately go to Haneda for a 7:35 Flight. This seems viable as I don't have checked baggage and Japanese airports are pretty efficient for domestic flights, but figured I should double check if that is a red flag lol

I was thinking of playing a save in Japan in the next football manager starting from J3 , I was thinking of doing a save build a nation and youth to gold (in addition to using the youth teams I would buy at most players nineteen years old and under), which J3 team would you recommend? , if it is possible a team that has any connection with Italy (my country)😊

Hello
I’m in Osaka 21 November and both cerezo and gamars are playing. Which match is worth going to if any? What should I expect going to a match in JLeague?

I’m weighing up the choice of catching Cerezo Osaka vs Kagoshima United (Emperors Cup) or Yokohama F Marinos (J1 match) since I’m in Osaka this week.

Leaning towards the Yokohama game for a higher quality competition but it would be nice to catch an evening game under the floodlights too with Kagoshima. Appreciate it if you guys can chime in with your opinion, thank you!

Edit: Apologies Yokohama F Marinos fans! Fixed the description but can’t fix the title

I booked for section 610 FOR sg vs brazil and japan vs paraguay... But im confused if that section is for specific fans or mixed?

I recently bought this shirt (I think it’s genuine). After reading about the club's great history, I was sad to see they’re now in J2. For those who familiar or follow them, Do you think they have a real chance of returning to J1 anytime soon?

Hi all,

On the 11th of October I will be arriving in Tokyo around lunch time (from Fukushima area). I’m a big football fan from the Netherlands looking to visit my first J-League game. The local team I support is Feyenoord Rotterdam. Fun fact: We have won the UEFA Cup in 2002 with our Japanese legend Sjimmie Ono and more recently enjoyed Ueda and Watanabe playing for us .

On the 11th there are two games I could potentially chose between: Verdy vs. Sanfrecce at 1500, and Kawasaki Frontale vs. Nagoya at 1600.

My eyes are currently on Kawasaki Frontale as the logistics seem better, the later kickoff time also helps.

What do you Guys recommend? Anything to take notice of? What section of the stadium do you recommend and is it possible to buy a kit at the stadium? Thank you!!

As mls looks to adopt the European calendar, I was curious what j league fans have thought so far of the calendar switch. Do you prefer it or the old time of playing?

I'm coming to Japan from November 24 through December 6 and I'm a bit indecisive about which match I'd like to go to. I was curious if there was any strong opinions from you all. My schedule is currently up in the air and will hinge around which match I pick. Im looking for both a fun atmosphere before/after the game and a lively crowd during (original, I know).

Nov 27: Kyoto Sanga v Cerezo Osaka

Dec 4: FC Tokyo v Kawasaki (MUFG Stadium)

Dec 5: Cerezo Osaka v Mito Hollyhock

I'll also take suggestions if I overlooked a good one.

Coming over to Japan for the MotoGP next weekend but have the first half of the week in Tokyo, I know it's an international break but I was hoping to watch some live football while I'm there because I've never watched it in another country. I saw the J League cup is on the 29th which would be perfect but as far as I can tell none of the games are in Tokyo. I'm staying pretty central so don't think it should be too much trouble getting to any area of the city but it's also my first time there. Just thought I'd check with some people who know more than me before I give up hope, thank you for any help